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Need to replace RH fender 850

posted by  TimeToBakeTheDonuts on  Fri Jul 22 11:30 CST 2005
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Alright, I am posting a new thread, as the one I started yesterday asked too many questions. As it happens, I picked up a used bumper reinforcement, absorber, and cover today - spoiler snaps on to the cover.

So, now all I need to do is replace the RH fender. The fender comes off with about 6 or 7 bolts - pretty easy. Has anyone here bought aftermarket panels? Dealer is around $380, aftermarket $140 and up + shipping (ends up $200+). Should I spring for the OEM on this?

It would be great if I could get a body shop to spray just the fender in 418 Regent Red Metallic, but my guess is they will want to "blend" into the surrounding panels. It seems like a shame - is there any chance it would look ok if not blended? I would like to drop the fender off and pick it up painted - sounds easy enough.

Finally, any specific places people successfully bought body panels from would be helpful. Thanks again, Don





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